diff --git a/client/text_tools.py b/client/text_tools.py
index c4f044204..f3a3cb4fa 100644
--- a/client/text_tools.py
+++ b/client/text_tools.py
@@ -25,14 +25,14 @@ def acquire_entropy_locks(entropy_client):
     """
     Acquire Entropy Client/Server file locks.
     """
-    gave_up = entropy_client.wait_resources()
-    if gave_up:
-        return False
-
     locked = entropy_client.another_entropy_running()
     if locked:
         return False
 
+    gave_up = entropy_client.wait_resources()
+    if gave_up:
+        return False
+
     # entropy resources locked?
     locked = entropy_client.resources_locked()
     if locked: